Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172)
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Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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SLK 250 (Stage 2)
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SLK 250 (Stage 1)
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SLK 250
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.0 s
- Fastest top speed283 km/h176 mph
- Most powerful306 hp228 kW
- Highest torque481 Nm354 lb-ft
- Lightest1,400 kg3,086 lb
- Best power-to-weight219 hp/t163 kW/t4.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption9.8 L/100 km24.0 mpg US28.8 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions169 g/km
- Best estimated range822 km511 mi
- Largest trunk225 L
- Best overall score58/100
- Best performance score72/100
- Best economy score87/100
- Best practicality score29/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp |
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| Power | 306hp228kW+102 hp | 265hp198kW+61 hp | 241hp180kW+37 hp | 204hp152kW |
| Torque | 481Nm354lb-ft+171 Nm | 419Nm309lb-ft+109 Nm | 378Nm279lb-ft+68 Nm | 310Nm229lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,400kg3,086lb | 1,400kg3,086lb | 1,400kg3,086lb | 1,400kg3,086lb |
| Gross weight | 1,790kg3,946lb | 1,790kg3,946lb | 1,790kg3,946lb | 1,790kg3,946lb |
| Top speed | 283 km/h 176 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | 260 km/h 162 mph | 244 km/h 152 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 70.1s99% target: 280 km/h / 174 mph-9.6 s Calculated | 74.1s99% target: 266 km/h / 165 mph-5.6 s Calculated | 76.5s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph-3.2 s Calculated | 79.7s99% target: 242 km/h / 150 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.0s-1.5 s | 5.5s-1.0 s | 5.9s-0.6 s | 6.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.0s-9.4 s Calculated | 18.6s-6.8 s Calculated | 20.7s-4.7 s Calculated | 25.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.8s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.3s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.6s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK | 7.3L/100 km32.2mpg US38.7mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 9.8L/100 km24mpg US28.8mpg UK | 9.8L/100 km24mpg US28.8mpg UK | 9.8L/100 km24mpg US28.8mpg UK | 9.8L/100 km24mpg US28.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.1s-1.5 s Calculated | 13.6s-1.0 s Calculated | 13.9s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 219hp/t163kW/t99hp/1000 lb Calculated | 189hp/t141kW/t86hp/1000 lb Calculated | 172hp/t128kW/t78hp/1000 lb Calculated | 146hp/t109kW/t66hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 343Nm/t230lb-ft/ton Calculated | 299Nm/t200lb-ft/ton Calculated | 270Nm/t181lb-ft/ton Calculated | 221Nm/t148lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 822km511mi Calculated | 822km511mi Calculated | 822km511mi Calculated | 822km511mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,796cc110cu in | 1,796cc110cu in | 1,796cc110cu in | 1,796cc110cu in |
| Length | 4,134mm163in | 4,134mm163in | 4,134mm163in | 4,134mm163in |
| Width | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in | 1,810mm71in |
| Height | 1,301mm51in | 1,301mm51in | 1,301mm51in | 1,301mm51in |
| Wheelbase | 2,430mm96in | 2,430mm96in | 2,430mm96in | 2,430mm96in |
| Front track | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in | 1,559mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,565mm62in | 1,565mm62in | 1,565mm62in | 1,565mm62in |
| Trunk volume | 225L | 225L | 225L | 225L |
| Max trunk volume | 335L | 335L | 335L | 335L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel tank | 60L | 60L | 60L | 60L |
| CO2 emissions | 169g/km | 169g/km | 169g/km | 169g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 2) 265 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 1) 241 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,300 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,300 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,300 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,300 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.8 s | 5.3 s | 5.6 s | 6.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.0 s | 5.5 s | 5.9 s | 6.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.0 s | 18.6 s | 20.7 s | 25.4 s |
| Top speed | 283 km/h 176 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | 260 km/h 162 mph | 244 km/h 152 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.8 s | 6.0 s | 6.1 s | 6.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.6 s | 8.9 s | 9.2 s | 9.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.0 s | 11.5 s | 11.8 s | 12.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.1 s | 13.6 s | 13.9 s | 14.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 181 km/h 113 mph | 173 km/h 107 mph | 168 km/h 104 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp has 102 hp more than Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp and Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp: 102 hp (76 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 481 Nm 354 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 419 Nm 309 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 283 km/h 176 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 260 km/h 162 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 244 km/h 152 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 5.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 5.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 5.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 6.5 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp and Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 2) 265 hp and Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 1) 241 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 822 km 511 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 822 km 511 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 822 km 511 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 822 km 511 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 306 hp 228 kW | 5.0 s | 283 km/h 176 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 265 hp 198 kW | 5.5 s | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 241 hp 180 kW | 5.9 s | 260 km/h 162 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 6.5 s | 244 km/h 152 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp |
| 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp |
| 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp |
| 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp |
| 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 5.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 5.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 6.5 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 3)306 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 2)265 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250 (Stage 1)241 hp | Mercedes-BenzSLK (R172)SLK 250204 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 306 hp 228 kW | 265 hp 198 kW | 241 hp 180 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 481 Nm 354 lb-ft | 419 Nm 309 lb-ft | 378 Nm 279 lb-ft | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.0 s | 5.5 s | 5.9 s | 6.5 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 283 km/h 176 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | 260 km/h 162 mph | 244 km/h 152 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km 32.2 mpg US 38.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 822 km 511 mi | 822 km 511 mi | 822 km 511 mi | 822 km 511 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 169 g/km | 169 g/km | 169 g/km | 169 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | 225 L 7.9 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 189 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 2) 265 hp | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 1) 241 hp | Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK | 7.3 L/100 km32.2 mpg US38.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.78 LC100 km | 12.78 LC100 km | 12.78 LC100 km | 12.78 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 20.56 LC100 mi | 20.56 LC100 mi | 20.56 LC100 mi | 20.56 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,095 L289 US gal241 UK gal | 1,095 L289 US gal241 UK gal | 1,095 L289 US gal241 UK gal | 1,095 L289 US gal241 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,916 LC/year | 1,916 LC/year | 1,916 LC/year | 1,916 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 3) 306 hp
- Has 41 hp more
- Has 62 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 29 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Mercedes-Benz SLK (R172) SLK 250 (Stage 2) 265 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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